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By Sheriden Groves, Youth Media Leader

As a Youth Media Leader for SPNN’s Community Productions, I was able to observe the  SPNN Production Crew produce five new “Conversations with Al McFarlane” episodes in mid-July, that will begin airing in the beginning of August. Each episode had an in-depth conversation on issues from politics to workforce inclusion.

On August 13th, 2012, SPNN Youth will host a free outdoor film festival featuring food, activities and live entertainment for the community. The festival will take place at Mears Park (map), beginning at 7:00pm and ending at 9:00pm. Beginning with live bands and free food, the

Earlier this month, Joua Lee, SPNN's CTEP AmeriCorps member, and Nickey Robare, our Online Communications Coordinator, both attended the Allied Media Conference (AMC). This annual conference, held every summer in Detroit, unites the worlds of media, art, technology, education and social justice. This was Joua's first time at the AMC and Nickey's third, and they both had great experiences. Read on for each of their perspectives on the AMC.

The Community Technology Empowerment Project (CTEP) AmeriCorps program bridges the digital divide for new immigrants and low-income communities in the Twin Cities.  AmeriCorps members help youth and adults use technology to better access social, civic, educational and economic opportunities.  Each month, we will highlight one of our 'great stories' from our CTEP members.  Great stories help to capture the impact a member has on an individual in the community beyond numbers.